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Discover Our MissionSinochem Holdings concluded procurement agreements exceeding $12.8 billion at the 9th China International Import Expo in Shanghai. The deals involve more than 30 partners across nearly 20 countries, including the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia. Procurements focus on crude oil, refined petroleum, chemical materials, and specialty polymers.
China's foreign trade in services rose 8.5 percent year-on-year to nearly 5.77 trillion yuan in the first nine months of the year, the Ministry of Commerce announced. Transport services recorded the fastest expansion, rising 33.9 percent and supporting Gulf-bound logistics routes.
BYD's Yangwang U9 Xtreme electric hypercar reached 503.17 km/h on an Abu Dhabi highway, setting a record recognized by the FIA. The run was executed by German driver Marc Basseng in the Al Dhafra region. The test was coordinated with Abu Dhabi authorities including the Abu Dhabi Investment Office.
The UAE Ministry of Finance confirmed phased implementation dates for its mandatory electronic invoicing system, beginning with large businesses on 1 January 2027. Smaller enterprises will fall under the mandate from 1 July 2027, with separate deadlines set for onboarding Accredited Service Providers.
Chinese automaker BYD recorded a verified top speed of 503.17 km/h with its YANGWANG U9 Xtreme electric hypercar on Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan Road in Abu Dhabi. The test was conducted with racing driver Marc Basseng in coordination with local government entities. The Abu Dhabi Investment Office stated the partnership leverages the emirate's logistics infrastructure to support Chinese automotive expansion.
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The Oman Investment Authority established a series of joint investment funds worth billions of dollars with Chinese institutions during a state visit to Beijing. The vehicles include an $800 million fund with the Silk Road Fund and co-investments focusing on technology and Omani projects. Bilateral central bank agreements on currency swaps and digital currencies were also executed.
Risk intelligence platform Beady AI has launched a UAE-specific website to support local businesses with automated compliance screening and continuous risk monitoring. The tool screens counterparties against international sanctions lists, court filings, and global corporate registries spanning more than 200 million entities.
The UAE Capital Market Authority announced it is drafting regulations allowing private joint-stock and free zone companies to raise capital via private placements. The authority is also establishing an investor protection fund following early 2026 market outflows. Draft regulations are expected to be completed before the end of the year.
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Chinese-made autonomous shuttles developed by Guizhou-based Pix Moving have arrived in Ras al-Khaimah, UAE, to begin local adaptation testing. The RoboBus vehicles are designed for deployment across industrial parks, residential areas, transport hubs, and tourist destinations. The testing program assesses operational conditions ahead of potential commercial pilot operations.
Abu Dhabi-listed contractor NMDC Group has signed a long-term cooperation framework with the China Chamber of Commerce for the Petroleum Industry. Signed during ADIPEC 2026, the agreement aims to explore bilateral opportunities in equipment fabrication, supply chain development, and energy infrastructure. The pact was among five strategic agreements NMDC Group concluded during the four-day event.
China Securities has approved a US$725.3 million capital injection into its Hong Kong subsidiary, CSC Financial (International), raising its total capital base to US$1.39 billion. The overseas arm recently secured a financial services license from the Dubai International Financial Centre to build an operational presence in the UAE. The platform also recently assisted UAE-based Mashreq Bank in issuing its debut offshore renminbi dim sum bond.
Power Construction Corporation of China is concluding engineering, procurement, and construction works on the 1.5-gigawatt Abu Dhabi PV3 Al Ajban solar project. Built across roughly 20 square kilometers, the development marks PowerChina's first utility-scale solar plant in Abu Dhabi. Upon grid connection, the facility is projected to generate 4.4 billion kilowatt-hours of clean electricity annually.
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Energy & Sustainability
The four-day Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference (ADIPEC) concluded in Abu Dhabi after attracting a record of over 2,250 exhibitors and more than 239,000 visitors. Industry executives reported rapid deployment of artificial intelligence, automation, and analytics across exploration, drilling, and supply chain operations.
Logistics & Trade
The UAE recorded sustained double-digit foreign trade growth during the first nine months of 2026, building on total national trade that reached approximately $1 trillion in 2025. The country's trade network now encompasses nearly 40 partner nations through bilateral deals and Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreements. Key freight and logistics infrastructure, including eastern coast ports and Etihad Rail, continue to support commercial transit.
Energy & Sustainability
China National Petroleum Corporation presented its green transition progress and artificial intelligence innovations at ADIPEC in Abu Dhabi. The state-owned energy company highlighted its UAE offshore operations, ecological initiatives, and academic contributions. CNPC also noted its ongoing cooperation with Emirati energy partners on low-carbon technologies.
Consumer Markets & Tourism
The UAE and China held their third round of consular consultations in Abu Dhabi to review bilateral ties and mutual visa exemptions. Both delegations focused on facilitating cross-border mobility for business delegations and investment missions. Alongside the talks, Abu Dhabi-based NMDC Group established a cooperation framework with the China Chamber of Commerce for the Petroleum Industry at ADIPEC 2026.
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